A-School is a space where creatives in the Central Island Region can learn skills and meet other artists to level-up their practice.  The program series includes facilitated sessions led by professionals in the arts including working artists, curators, art educators, arts programmers, exhibition designers, arts administrators, grant writers, and more. A-School aims to provide professional […]

Join poets/multidisciplinary artists Carys Owen and Diana Kolpak for a crash course in the magic of Found Poetry - and create your own frame-worthy collage poem to take home! Poets […]

A-School is Professional Development and Community Building Series for Artists in the Central Island Region. Every other month we host a community building and critique session. This is an opportunity for […]

A-SCHOOL: SESSION 3: MARCH 15 | 6-8 PM | LOCATION TBDSIGN UPS ARE NOW OPENSession 3: Show + Tell Peer Critique Session After a successful first round, our third A-School […]

Fotorando offers immersive Photography courses for kids, through Nature Walks in safe and central locations. Currently offering Photography Basics ages 9 to 13 in the West Shore/Langford area. Course is composed of 3 sessions, over 3 Saturdays. Starts on April 6th 2024. Information and registration on the website!

Session 4: Navigating the Art Market with Illana Hester, Thursday, April 11, 2024 | 10:00 AM-12:00 PM | Location: Comox Valley Art Gallery Board Room (2nd floor), 580 Duncan Ave. Join us for an interactive lecture with Illana Hester, curator and arts business expert, as she delves into the dynamics of the business of creatives. This unique chat […]

Apr 16 – May 21 Feeling intimidated about quilting? It can feel scary, but a calm and compassionate teacher with a plan will help you work through the step to succeed! Enter Lorraine! Please read the complete description before registration! This multi-week class is a great primer, encompassing  the basic skills you need for almost […]

The NIC Fine Art schedule lists courses that are open to the public.  Registered Fine Art students have priority for seats in the classes but non program students are welcome […]

Aug 12 – Aug 16 Sewists who love making art and want to blend the two will love this weekend intensive with Marni McMahan. Working over three mornings, you'll get […]

Join poets/multidisciplinary artists Carys Owen & Diana Kolpak to explore the magical intersection of found poetry and images. Poets and collage artists at all levels of experience are welcome. Bring […]